Doris Lorraine Narveson
Jan 1, 2026
Doris L. Narveson, age 93 of Chatfield, passed away at the Chosen Valley Care Center on January 1, 2026 surrounded by her family.
Doris Lorraine was born on September 24, 1932 in Austin, Minnesota the daughter of James and Emma (nee Fuerstenberg) Prouty. She attended high school in Rochester and graduated in 1950. She married Lyle Narveson on June 20, 1953...
Lois "Sally" Leola Clobes
Dec 30, 2025
Lois "Sally" Clobes passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 30, 2025, at the age of 88, at Gundersen Health Systems in La Crosse, WI, with her children by her side. Born on April 4, 1937, to Arnold and Leola (Gerths) Schroeder, Sally spent her younger years on the cherished family farm in Viola, MN.
On June 15, 1957, she married her...
Phyllis Arlene Jorde
Dec 30, 2025
Phyllis Arlene Jorde, 94, of Rushford, MN, passed away on Tuesday, December 30, 2025, at Good Shepherd Lutheran Home, in Rushford, surrounded by her loving family.
Phyllis was born on December 8, 1931, at Winona Hospital, to Frank and Marie (Bess) Stark.
Phyllis found the love of her life, Stanley Jorde, and the two married on November 11, 1950, and the couple...
Pauline Janet Keefe
Dec 29, 2025
Pauline Janet Keefe, age 98 of Chatfield, passed away at the Chosen Valley Care Center in Chatfield on December 29, 2025.
She married Clement Keefe on September 30, 1944. Together they raised a family of eight children. Pauline was a dedicated homemaker until her children were gone from home. She then worked at Mayo Clinic as a lab technician for many...
Nancy Dunbar
Dec 29, 2025
Nancy Patricia (Dille) Dunbar, age 91, of Winona, MN, died Monday, December 29, 2025 at Winona Health.
A memorial service will be held Monday, January 19, 2026, at 11am at Wesley United Methodist Church (114 W Broadway St. Winona, MN). Visitation will be one hour prior to the service at the church.
A full obituary will be posted when it is available.
William "Bill" Miller
Dec 29, 2025
William “Bill” Russell Miller passed away after a 6-week battle with cancer on December 29, 2025, at the age of 71, at Gundersen Health System, surrounded by his family and friends.
Bill was born on September 27th, 1954, to Warren “Bud” and Nina Miller. He spent his entire life in Rushford, growing up alongside his two younger brothers, Bob and Dave....
Laurie Jean Anderson
Dec 27, 2025
Laurie Anderson (1951 - 2025)
Laurie Anderson died on December 27, 2025, at the age of 74. Laurie was born on October 9, 1951, to Romea and June (Gates) Dienger in Winona, MN.
She married Roger Anderson on August 30, 1969, in Winona, Minnesota. Laurie was a talented crafter, a passionate reader, and avid dancer. She found immense joy in spending...
Patrick Wayne Lee
Dec 27, 2025
Patrick Wayne Lee, age 58, was born on August 19, 1967, and passed away peacefully at home on December 27, 2025, following a diagnosis of neurodegenerative brain atrophy and Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus.
Patrick was the beloved son of the late Wayne and Kathleen Lee and a devoted life partner to Dr. Kay Johnson, with whom he shared a life filled with...
Timothy Paul Mrozek
Dec 25, 2025
Timothy Paul Mrozek was welcomed into the presence of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on December 25.
Tim was born on February 10, 1960, to Ervin and Ruth Mrozek. He grew up in Minnesota City, surrounded by family, friends, and a strong foundation of faith. His childhood was marked by adventure and curiosity—building rockets, playing baseball, canoeing on the river,...
Richard John Walters
Dec 25, 2025
Richard “Rich” John Walters was called home in the early morning hours of Christmas Day, passing peacefully at his home. All that knew Rich, knew he entered the gates of heaven hearing, “Well done, good and faithful servant! You were faithful over a few things; I will set you over many things. Enter the joy of your master!” Matthew 25:21,23
Rich...
Betty Joyce Culhane
Dec 22, 2025
Betty Joyce (Johnson) Culhane December 22, 2025
Betty Joyce (Johnson) Culhane passed away peacefully and quietly at Gunderson Health Hospital on December 22, 2025. Betty was born on June 3, 1937, to Clifford and Olga (Thorud) Johnson in Peterson, MN. Betty graduated from Peterson High School in 1955. Betty met Lyle Culhane and on September 13, 1958, they were married at...
John Bedtke
Dec 22, 2025
John Robert Bedtke, a beloved husband, father, grandpa, and friend, passed away on December 22, 2025, at the age of 75. Born on May 20, 1950, in Winona, MN, John was the son of Robert and Theodosia (Verdick) Bedtke. He grew up with a love of sports and community, studying Social Science and Physical Education at Winona State University while...
David "Howie" Francis Harwood
Dec 20, 2025
David F. "Howie" Harwood, age 80, passed away on Saturday, December 20, 2025 at St. Anne's Healthcare in Winona, MN.
David Francis Harwood was born on August 9, 1945 in Rochester to Rex and Susan (nee Campion) Harwood. He attended school in Chatfield, graduating in 1963 from Chatfield High School. He attended Rochester Community College and then went on to earn...
Richard Waldera
Dec 19, 2025
Richard "Dick" "Wally" E. Waldera, age 76, of Winona, MN, died Friday, December 19, 2025, at his home, surrounded by family.
Richard was born April 25, 1949, in Winona, the son of Evaryst and Doris (Erdman) Waldera. He graduated from Winona Senior High School in 1967. He was married to Rose Stiehl December 2, 1972 at St. Stanislaus Catholic Church in...
Marianne Hohenner
Dec 18, 2025
Marianne Hohenner, age 84, of Winona, MN passed away on Thursday, December 18, 2025, at her home with her husband and two sons by her side, from a short battle with cancer.
Marianne was born August 9, 1941, in Winona, MN, to Berton and Wynnafred (Kuhlmann) Duffy. She graduated from Winona Senior High School in 1959 and then joined the U.S....
Joan St. Martin
Dec 18, 2025
Joan St. Martin, age 76, of Rochester, MN, passed away peacefully on December 18, 2025, with her daughter and granddaughter by her side at Samaritan Bethany Nursing Home.
She was born on May 28, 1949, in Winona, MN, to Earl and Irene Ellringer, and was one of seven children raised in a close-knit family. Those early years helped shape her strong...
Margaret "Peggie” Mary Ellis
Dec 18, 2025
Margaret "Peggie" Mary Ellis, age 73 of Grand Meadow passed away at the Grand Meadow Senior Living Center in Grand Meadow, MN on Thursday December 18, 2025.
A celebration of Peggie's life will be held on Saturday, April 18, 2026 at the Hoff Funeral Home in St. Charles.
A full obituary will appear soon.
Mark Fredrick Kipp
Dec 16, 2025
Mark F. Kipp, age 74, of Chatfield, MN passed away on December 16, 2025, at his home, in his sleep, after battling some medical issues.
Mark was born on February 25, 1951, in Albert Lea to John "Jack" and Betty Jane (nee Davis) Kipp. He graduated from Lourdes High School in Rochester in 1969.
He worked various construction jobs and then worked...
Mary Miller
Dec 16, 2025
Mary Miller, age 92, of Winona, MN, died Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at Winona Health.
Mary was born December 15, 1933, in Cresco, IA, the daughter of Thomas and Frieda Lewis, the youngest of 9 children. She graduated from Cresco High School. She was united in marriage to Edwin Miller. She farmed with her husband on the family farm for 45...
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